1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3099 mm |
